MAP Meet - South of England II 2006

[Melanie]

Hello All

Just to let you know I arranging another MAP Meet next year!

The venue is Bracknell Leisure Centre - in the 3M Hall

http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/leisure/leis-leisure-sports-centres/leis-bracknell-sport-and-leisure-centre/leis-sports-halls.htm

The date will be:

1st July 2006

All further details like

What charity?
Who's instructing?
How Much?
etc

Will all be answered at a later date - this is so you know where and when :)

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

Good stuff Mel, thank you for putting in the work again to get it all sorted! :)

[Marke2020]

I have never been to a MAP meet. What goes on at one? Is is like a seminar with experts running different workshops/classes?

Or just a get together? Is there any sparring?

I live in N/W Uk so I m thinking of coming down to check it out.

[Anth]

Mel asked me if I could make this. Unfortunately its 6 hours away on a train from me at a time when I will be saving as much as I can for Uni :(

Maybe next time :)

[tel]

will be there again

[jonmonk]

Cool, looking forward to it.

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

I have never been to a MAP meet. What goes on at one? Is is like a seminar with experts running different workshops/classes?

Or just a get together? Is there any sparring?

I live in N/W Uk so I m thinking of coming down to check it out.
Effectively, there are mini-classes run by instructors from various martial arts, I believe last year there were about 8 instructors teaching a wide variety of MA, ranging from capoeira to MMA. Classes last about 45mins-1 hour throughout the day and there are food breaks etc. All in all, well worth going to. :)

[Xue Fang]

:) Well obviously I don't know if I have any plans for July 2006 but it sounds good and I'll try to make it. I should be free because I'll have graduated by then and be enjoying my super long summer holidays. As for money, I'm not sure how much I'll have to work with, but I'll definitely try to be there. :)

[LJoll]

Sounds good. Definatly try and get Levo there again. He's great.

[Alberta]

wow sounds very good, i will try and make it

[karatebarbie]

Hope to get there again. The last one was fab! Make sure you do a thread on the other forum, Melanie, and keep reminding us!

[Liam Cullen]

Sounds fantasitc, and right on my doorstep too! I'll certainly be up for it and I'm sure a few guys and gals from my club would be too. Keep us posted :)

[comw]

Wonder if i can get there? sounds like fun. Put me down as a possible

Steve

[bassai]

I'll try to to arrange babysitters etc and get there , i'd love to experience some different arts :D :D

[Ikken Hisatsu]

do you do any sparring at the classes?

[Jesh]

I'm contemplating on coming over. But my Dan grading is around that same time, so I'm not sure if I'll make this one.

If I don't, I'll show up at the next one.

:D

[Judderman]

As long as its my weekend off, I'll be there!!

[cavallin]

where is it roughly? whats nearest train station etc? im up for it if i can make it!

[Sonshu]

do you do any sparring at the classes?

I am happy to spar with people but often its the insurance issue. Count me in people!

[Melanie]

where is it roughly? whats nearest train station etc? im up for it if i can make it!

Bracknell Train station is the nearest (£5 in a taxi or 20 mins walk)

Be lovely to have you come along - please bring friends too! ;)

[Melanie]

I'm contemplating on coming over. But my Dan grading is around that same time, so I'm not sure if I'll make this one.

If I don't, I'll show up at the next one.

:D

It would be wonderful if you could attend!

I am hoping some of our American friends might consider it too seeing as they have some of us coming over from the UK ;)

[Moosey]

Coolness, I'm gonna try and make it. Looking forward to hearing more info.

[Marke2020]

Anymore info on who's gonna be running demo's etc?....or an agenda for the day?

Cheers.

[Melanie]

I won't be confirming that sort of thing probably for another 2-3 months but will make an announcement about March I guess :)

[Hiroji]

I am happy to spar with people but often its the insurance issue. Count me in people!

Cool ill spar with you and ikken. You both can prove to me just how much i suck! ;) :)

[Sonshu]

Cool ill spar with you and ikken. You both can prove to me just how much i suck! ;) :)

Doubt Ikken will be able to make it as he is a little far away but your welcome for a knock about insurance pending etc.

Should be fun!
:Angel:

[Jesh]

It would be wonderful if you could attend!

I am hoping some of our American friends might consider it too seeing as they have some of us coming over from the UK ;)

Like I said, I'm planning to attend the first MAP Meet I get the chance. If it isn't this one, it'll probably be the next one. As long as it's in the UK and I can reach it by plane or boat I'll be there.

[remote kai]

damn i would kill to come along with all you guys and meet up. Michele, i dunno if u noticed, but u were there when i did my grading??? in eastbourne. Green tag. If we could meet up we could go togethor?? kool or not kool?? :D :D

[Nick K]

It's in my diary. What about kids - or is it adults/adolescents only? My daughter will be 10, and has done TKD since she was 5

[cavallin]

damn i would kill to come along with all you guys and meet up. Michele, i dunno if u noticed, but u were there when i did my grading??? in eastbourne. Green tag. If we could meet up we could go togethor?? kool or not kool?? :D :D

i was wondering who you were then. changed the user name huh? its hard to remember all the faces i see at gradings, but come seek me out next time. thats quite an idea to tag along together!

[Melanie]

It's in my diary. What about kids - or is it adults/adolescents only? My daughter will be 10, and has done TKD since she was 5

Hiya

I would imagine it will be fine - as long as she has the appropriate insurance arranged through her association, etc. There may be some exclusions (i.e. grappling - if we have any of course!) but yeah that should be fine.

[Alansmurf]

keep us updated would love to attend its only down the road ..

Smurf

[Stuart Rider]

Anything ever happen up in Scotland?

[Melanie]

We have had two official ScotMaps and Heriot Watt Meets as well - not been one for a while but have a word with Freeform - if I know him well enough he has one in mind ;)

http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&f=80&page=1&pp=25&sort=lastpost&order=desc&daysprune=-1 This is a list of all the Official MAP Meets we have in the event section :)

[middleway]

count me in Mel (dependent on my job etc ... but initially)

Happy to show some IMA's if people are interested.

Cheers
Chris

[Levo]

Best of luck with it, the last one was good fun.

Can come along and do a session again if anyone is interested.

Nathan

[robertmap]

I will be there.

You have been warned :) :) :)

All the best.

Robert.

[Johnno]

I'm interested.

Has there been one before?

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

I'm interested.

Has there been one before?
Yep, last June in Brighton. :)

[Screwi]

hmm, sounds like fun

this is all exam dependant tho: it's finals time!

looks like lots of summer seminars for me, ooh boy

[fugepilot]

Count me in (work and Achilles permitting): at least I can take notes, cheer on, make tea :) , etc...

[thepunisher]

The venue is Bracknell Leisure Centre - in the 3M Hall

http://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/leisure/leis-leisure-sports-centres/leis-bracknell-sport-and-leisure-centre/leis-sports-halls.htm

The date will be:

1st July 2006



I might try to make it as Bracknell Leisure centre has also one of the seiki- juku dojos in the UK. Not sure who teaches there though.

Christian

[CosmicFish]

I'm interested.

It looks as if Bracknell Station is my best bet for getting there. Can any kind soul tell me the easiest way to get to Bracknell Station from London?

[Alberta]

sensi Alan teaches there punisher.

[Johnno]

I'm interested.

It looks as if Bracknell Station is my best bet for getting there. Can any kind soul tell me the easiest way to get to Bracknell Station from London?
Train from Paddington (First Great Western) then change at Reading (South West Trains) to Bracknell.

Contact either company or else National Rail Enquiries for times.

I'm a kind soul.... :Angel:

[CosmicFish]

Train from Paddington (First Great Western) then change at Reading (South West Trains) to Bracknell.

Contact either company or else National Rail Enquiries for times.

I'm a kind soul.... :Angel:
Cheers dude.

Found the timetables now in case anyone else from London wants them:

http://www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk/

Trains are every half hour and take almost exactly an hour.

What sort of time do these things normally start, or is it too early to be asking questions like that? :D

[karatekid]

awwww
i cant get to it cos i dont know where it is and i aint got transport:(
maybe next time

[Moosey]

awwww
i cant get to it cos i dont know where it is and i aint got transport:(
maybe next time

This looks like your best bet:

[CosmicFish]

http://streetmap.co.uk/newmap.srf?x=487202&y=168054&z=0&sv=RG12+9SE&st=2&pc=RG12+9SE&mapp=newmap.srf&searchp=newsearch.srf

And here's the map from the station to the venue. No excuses now. ;)

[karatekid]

thank you guys!!!!
much apreciated.....
i WILL do my very best.
i got the ultimate challenge!!!!!!!
Parents.
ill just show em this... :):)
thanks again....

[Ragnarok2005]

Another one. :D

Add me to the list of people coming please.

[Roual]

Definitely count me in, the last one was brilliant fun.

Now, did I hear Levo volunteer to do another few sessions? If so, then I highly recommend him :)

[linnetsmith]

I will more than likly come...when I am given more details. I see if any of my friends wanna go aswell.
sounds like fun!

[karatekid]

sorry guys i cant make it to this one cos i am going to spain to visit my grandma the week afta. so i will defenently come to the next one i am promising myself.
have a goodun :)
i realy wanted to come..
but my mum and dad dont want me travelling by myself.
if i was able to ride my moped i would come but it broken so i am selling it to a mate of mine.
Next time i promise!!!!!!

Kiki
xx

[Melanie]

Would anyone be interested in purchasing a professionally filmed DVD of the event? How much would you be prepared to pay for a half hour or maybe hour long DVD thats done properly? Just wanna see if its worth the blood and pain to organise - I want too but I don't want to waste my money either....

[CosmicFish]

Would anyone be interested in purchasing a professionally filmed DVD of the event? How much would you be prepared to pay for a half hour or maybe hour long DVD thats done properly? Just wanna see if its worth the blood and pain to organise - I want too but I don't want to waste my money either....
Yeah. I'd pay ~£10.*

* Provided the cameraman promises not to film me. :D

[tel]

Would anyone be interested in purchasing a professionally filmed DVD of the event? How much would you be prepared to pay for a half hour or maybe hour long DVD thats done properly? Just wanna see if its worth the blood and pain to organise - I want too but I don't want to waste my money either....
yeah i would

[Johnno]

Yeah. I'd pay ~£10.*

* Provided the cameraman promises not to film me. :D£10-£15 would be OK (provided it's edited to make be look GOOD. ;) )

[Moosey]

I wouldn't pay more than £10 for half an hour. You can buy a 2 hour long movie for that!

[jonmonk]

I wouldn't pay more than £10 for half an hour. You can buy a 2 hour long movie for that!Yeah but you woudn't be in it :)

[Moosey]

Yeah but you woudn't be in it :)
Yeah but Jet Li might - and he's better at MA than me! :D

[Roual]

How much was the one from last year?

I'd say about £10 as well, but I am willing to pay extra as long as I'm guaranteed not to be in it :D

[jonmonk]

Yeah but Jet Li might - and he's better at MA than me! :Dhmm this is true... I mean not that I'm saying you're... oh you know what I mean. It may also feature a giant squid. I don't think there are any seminars with giant squid this year at the MAP meet. Perhaps Melanie can let us know.

[Melanie]

Thanks for the responses - not a lot of interest is there though? Maybe I shouldn't bother with the old DVD this year - shame...but I need the interest to get it sorted.

Just another 2 questions:

Would you like T Shirts to have on entry just like the NY Meet?

What martial arts would you like to see at the event? I have my pick list already but would love to hear what you would be interested in too :)

[Gary]

What list do you have in mind? I'm not sure if I can make it, I'll have to wait for my exam timetable to come out.

[CosmicFish]

Just another 2 questions:

Would you like T Shirts to have on entry just like the NY Meet?

What martial arts would you like to see at the event? I have my pick list already but would love to hear what you would be interested in too :)
T-Shirts: Not bothered, personally. But I'll shell out a few quid for one if they're there.

MAs: If I had a choice, there's two I've been curious about for a while: Ninjutsu and BJJ.

[Alansmurf]

Jujitsu .........traditional and "modern"....
Aikido....
JKD....
anything really .....

keep up the good work

Smurf

[Moosey]

In terms of what I'd quite like to have a lesson in:

Judo
RBSD/krav maga
Jiu Jutsu/Ninjutsu
Something like Kyusho-Jutsu
Aikido
Possibly something with weapons

[Melanie]

In terms of what I'd quite like to have a lesson in:

Judo
RBSD/krav maga
Jiu Jutsu/Ninjutsu
Something like Kyusho-Jutsu
Aikido
Possibly something with weapons

Blimey moosey...sounds ike you should have attended last year :D

I had krav maga, Kyusho-Jutsu, Aikido and FMA and knife defences last year...

I will still have some sort of weapons again this year but where possible I will be attempting to have a few different classes from last year.

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

I'd have to honestly echo that I'm not fussed about T-shirts.

As for MAs, BJJ would be cool, but that's all I can think of for now.

Pretty sure I can make it, unless my holiday is moved (still not totally sure on date of that).

[Moosey]

Blimey moosey...sounds ike you should have attended last year :D

I had krav maga, Kyusho-Jutsu, Aikido and FMA and knife defences last year...

I will still have some sort of weapons again this year but where possible I will be attempting to have a few different classes from last year.
D'oh! :D

Doesn't matter, I'll come along regardless.

[Roual]

Well, seeing as my last post didn't post properly, I'll try again.

T-shirts, must admit I'm not too bothered, unless their something to wear while we train, then I don't have to worry about someone ripping my stuff (not that that really bothers me thought).

As for MA's:

Capoeira - Popular last year, always great to watch, and those Capoeira girls... :love:

Systema - I enjoyed this last year, mainly because it's quite different from anything else

MMA - I want to see Sonshu getting his back side handed to him by Levo again :D

Muay Thai & Some other striking art, e.g. Taekwondo(sp?) - mainly because there's constantly a debate about how effective Muay Thai is (bear in mind I've recently taken up Muay Thai) when compaired to other striking arts

Judo / BJJ - some form of grappling art for those who don't want to know how to hit someone

Some sort of weapons thing, although I'd imagine this would be limited by insurance and how many practise weapons can be provided.

[Roual]

Silat!!! Dammit, missed out Silat. Been interested in this for years, I'd love to try it :D

[Gary]

If I can make it I'd love to try Krav Maga and Capoeira, maybe some kind of weapon art too.

Roual - click this button http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/images/buttons/edit.gif and you don't need to double post.

[Ragnarok2005]

I'd definetly buy a shirt. It's a souvenier!

My brother and a friend of mine are interested in coming. [This event also ties in quite nicely with my nearby birthday. :D] So that'll be 3 in our car.

[Johnno]

Thanks for the responses - not a lot of interest is there though? Maybe I shouldn't bother with the old DVD this year - shame...but I need the interest to get it sorted.

Just another 2 questions:

Would you like T Shirts to have on entry just like the NY Meet?

What martial arts would you like to see at the event? I have my pick list already but would love to hear what you would be interested in too :)Melanie,

Yes, I'd like a t-shirt please!

I'd particularly like to see:

Bagua
Xingyi
Aikido

Cheers.

[Jesh]

I'm trying to get days off from work to come to the MAP meet. So, I'll keep you updated if all goes well.

Would you like T Shirts to have on entry just like the NY Meet?

Why not.

What martial arts would you like to see at the event? I have my pick list already but would love to hear what you would be interested in too :)

- FMA
- Jiu-Jitsu
- Aikido
- Muay Thai

(just some suggestions...)

:D

[Peaceful Tiger]

I've just pulled myself away from the ninjutsu forum for the first time in about a year and decided to come and have a look see what everyone else is up to.

I never knew you did MAP meets and have to say I think it is a great idea. Unfortunately, the July 1st date coincides with an important Bujinkan seminar in Liverpool or I would have tried to make my way along.

Anyway, all the best with it and I hope you have a fantastic time.

[Jesh]

Well, I have arranged those days off. I'll check if some of my trainingbuddies will want to come along for the trip. It's still not 100% sure that I'll make it, but it's starting to look more like it.

Now let's see if I can arrange a place to stay (any tips would be welcome)... I'll be in the UK for like 4-5 days if I make it.

:D

[Melanie]

Excellent! I can easily get some hotels and B & Bs sorted if you need them Jesh - lemme know how many people you need a room for and I will send you some places to check out. Send me a pm saying how much you are prepared to pay and whether you want B & B or hotel and I will do what I can :)

[Jesh]

Excellent! I can easily get some hotels and B & Bs sorted if you need them Jesh - lemme know how many people you need a room for and I will send you some places to check out. Send me a pm saying how much you are prepared to pay and whether you want B & B or hotel and I will do what I can :)

Thanks Mel, I appreciate it. I will PM you when I get the last things sorted.

One question though: my practice weapons, can I transport them with me on the airplane ??? Because I want to avoid coming by boat.

[tel]

Well, I have arranged those days off. I'll check if some of my trainingbuddies will want to come along for the trip. It's still not 100% sure that I'll make it, but it's starting to look more like it.

Now let's see if I can arrange a place to stay (any tips would be welcome)... I'll be in the UK for like 4-5 days if I make it.

:D
i personally don't have a problem taking weapons in the suit case when i go by plane

[Melanie]

Ok Peeps

Sounds like it is all systems go now. I am about to accept the insurance for the event which is for Employers Liability and Public Liability. Everyone who attends the event attends at their own risk. You must have your own cover for the event and all instructors will be expected to have sufficient cover to protect the attendees. I have no intention of getting all stuffy about this, but I will be mentioning more than once that its your responsilitiy to ensure you are insured for the event. I've done my bit!

Now...I have already confirmed I will not be doing T shirts - its not cost effective - I just can't find the prices that the USA can provide the NY Meet - if I manage to do this event again next year I might look into sponsorship but thats next year.

I would appreciate more input on what you would like to see this year at the event though.

I will also be doing a registration thinghy to see what interest there is - I want to see how many people would like to attend.

If you have any other thoughts or suggestions lemme know. It doesn't hurt to suggest things to me now does it :D

[Melanie]

Ok

The interest so far has been
Ninjitsu: 2
BBJJ: 3
Jujitsu: 3
Aikido: 4
Judo: 2
Krav Maga: 2
Weapons: 5
Capoeira: 2
Systema: 1
MMA: 1
Muay Thai: 2
Taekwondo:1
IMA: 1

Not of lot of interest thus far - if you want a pick of instructors either MAP Members or otherwise we need to pick what we wanna see! But - I will pick instructors meself if ya like :D

I would prefer to not repeat last year - but if the interest is there I'll do exactly the same! ;)

I would like to see Hapkido, maybe TKD, maybe Sombo, weapons too

[Alansmurf]

Jujitsu and some kenpo would be good.

defence against knife and stick...and also use of the same

Hapkido..

anything and everything would be nice

Smurf

[Sonshu]

Perhaps as a thought some subjects rather than just styles

Like MMA street applications
Use of clothing for self defence
Throwing differences between Aikido and Judo
Arm locks of traditional Jujitsu
Effective punching power

etc

Just some thoughts on alternate subjects?

[jonmonk]

I like your thinking Sonshu. It'd mix people up a bit more too.

[linnetsmith]

i'd want a t-shirt!
and it would be cool to see some TKD, jujitsu, judo and BBJ...i would say i would like to see some ninjutsu but i see that every week although i would like to see a bujiken instructor teach.

[Melanie]

Perhaps as a thought some subjects rather than just styles

Like MMA street applications
Use of clothing for self defence
Throwing differences between Aikido and Judo
Arm locks of traditional Jujitsu
Effective punching power

etc

Just some thoughts on alternate subjects?


I'm all for it - I want to present classes that are useful - if there is an interest and of course an instructor then put it down! :)

[Marke2020]

I've just pulled myself away from the ninjutsu forum for the first time in about a year and decided to come and have a look see what everyone else is up to.

I never knew you did MAP meets and have to say I think it is a great idea. Unfortunately, the July 1st date coincides with an important Bujinkan seminar in Liverpool or I would have tried to make my way along.

Anyway, all the best with it and I hope you have a fantastic time.

Do you know where the Bujinkan Seminar will be. I live near Liverpool and would like to check it out.

Cheers.

[Sonshu]

I'm all for it - I want to present classes that are useful - if there is an interest and of course an instructor then put it down! :)

I can do a generic self defence section if you want which will incorp RBSD/MMA & Trad stuff.

[Melanie]

I wanna see

Capoeira
KSW
RBSD
FMA
TKD
MMA
Tai Chi
Hapkido
Iaido
Kendo

I have already half confirmed one and asked two others. Theres a couple of people I am going to speak to in the next couple of months. Its starting peeps :D

[Sonshu]

So its styles not subjects then?

[Melanie]

No Sonshu - the above list is what I want to see - I have already publicly responded to your suggestion - the answer remains the same :)

[Melanie]

I have just had my very first confirmation :D

Member Dave Boy has put forward Master Trevor Rant - he has confirmed that he is happy to teach Hapkido at the Meet!

[Melanie]

Pat O'Malley and Lucy O'Malley have also confirmed that they can attend and do some Filipino Martial Arts :D

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

Woooohooooo, awesome stuff! Shaping up to be another good'un this one. :cool:

[Sonshu]

No Sonshu - the above list is what I want to see - I have already publicly responded to your suggestion - the answer remains the same :)

Ok

[Melanie]

Chris Davis known as middleway has offered to demonstrate Ba Gua and knife work

[middleway]

chris davis ... ;)

[Johnno]

Ba Gua! Yesssssssss!!!! I've always been curious about Ba Gua.

Can't wait for July! :)

[Melanie]

Hi all - Robert Agar Hutton has offered to teach pressurepoints or Tai Chi - what would you rather see out of those two folks?

Still need more instructors...any others?

[Gary]

I'd like to see some pressure points, I'm not as interested in Tai chi.

[CosmicFish]

I'd like to see some pressure points, I'm not as interested in Tai chi.
^ Likewise.

[linnetsmith]

yeah go for it pressure points are fun :)

[Jang Bong]

yeah go for it pressure points are fun :)


{You forgot the big OUCH!!! on the end :D }

[robertmap]

Hi all - Robert Agar Hutton has offered to teach pressurepoints or Tai Chi - what would you rather see out of those two folks?

Still need more instructors...any others?
Looks like it will be Pressure Points but just so you know what's on offer....

1) I can teach an 8 move Tai Chi form so you be able to come away from the session with something that you can 'keep' and practice.

or

2) Pressure Points with particular reference to redundancy (NO not what you do when the boss fires you) - By redundancy what I am going to show is techniques that work really well when you get the pressure point but STILL WORK even if you miss it.

So - let me & Mel know which one you would prefer me to teach.

All the best.

Robert.

[robertmap]

{You forgot the big OUCH!!! on the end :D }

Oh yes BIG OUCH - [ EVIL GRIN and CACKLING LAUGH... ]

All the best.

Robert.

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

Pressure points methinks. :)

[linnetsmith]

Oh yes BIG OUCH - [ EVIL GRIN and CACKLING LAUGH... ]
its fun because it hurts! pain is fun...god we are sick people aint we lol

[CosmicFish]

Pressure points with redundancy - now that's really piqued my curiosity. I'll definitely go for that one!

[AuntiePink]

Yay! Nutty Robert is coming again :)

I fancied the tai chi but looks like I'm outvoted already *sigh*

[samurai_steve]

an yone know how long it would take to get there from rochester as im trying to find it on the route finder but with no luck........jus need to check how far it is first before confirming anything

[Sonshu]

an yone know how long it would take to get there from rochester as im trying to find it on the route finder but with no luck........jus need to check how far it is first before confirming anything



Go on www.rac.co.uk its a good rule of thumb and take a bit off if you dont stick to the speed limit.

[robertmap]

Yay! Nutty Robert is coming again :)

I fancied the tai chi but looks like I'm outvoted already *sigh*
Well - assuming that we don't miss lunch again - I still can't believe how much fun I had doing Capoeira for sooooooo long - or how TOTALLY USELESS I was at it :) :) - I'd be happy to run an extra informal class on the Eight Move Tai Chi - Alternatively I will be doing a one-day seminar on it in April here in Luton - so if anyone is interested please contact me...

All the best.

Robert.

[Melanie]

Just had a call from Dave Turton and Karl Blackwell - they confirmed that they can attend and will show Opponent Shutdowns and domination :)

[Melanie]

an yone know how long it would take to get there from rochester as im trying to find it on the route finder but with no luck........jus need to check how far it is first before confirming anything

I have just checked AA route planner - it says your an hour and a half away from Bracknell

0.00 Start out at Rochester,Kent A2 0.00
0.04 Turn right onto Northcote Road (signposted West Malling) Northcote Road 0.04
0.24 At mini-roundabout bear right onto Cuxton Road - A228 A228 0.28
0.71 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Cuxton Road - A228 A228 0.99
0.55 At roundabout take the 1st exit onto Rochester Road - A228 A228 1.54
0.74 Bear right onto Rochester Road - A228. Entering Cuxton A228 2.28
1.32 Continue forward onto Formby Road - A228. Entering Halling A228 3.61
0.03 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A228 A228 3.64
1.38 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A228 A228 5.02
0.47 Continue forward onto the A228. Entering Snodland A228 5.49
1.19 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Malling Road - A228 A228 6.68
0.43 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Castle Way - A228 A228 7.11
0.28 At roundabout take the 3rd exit, then join the M20 motorway (signposted London) M20 7.39
2.99 Take left-hand lane and leave M20 at junction 3 (signposted Gatwick, Heathrow), then join the M26 motorway.
TRAFFIC BLACKSPOT - Call 401100 from your mobile M26 10.39
9.64 Continue forward onto the M25 (signposted Gatwick, Heathrow) M25 20.03
4.71 Clacket Lane Service Area (ROAD CHEF) M25 24.73
30.81 Leave the M25 at junction 12 (signposted Basingstoke, Southampton, Sunbury), then join the M3 motorway.
TRAFFIC BLACKSPOT - Call 401100 from your mobile M3 55.54
6.95 Leave the M3 at junction 3, then at roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the A322 (signposted Bracknell, Bagshot) A322 62.49
2.32 At junction with A332 keep in left-hand lane and continue forward A322 64.81
1.77 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Bagshot Road - A322 (signposted Bracknell, Reading) Entering Bracknell A322 66.57
0.38 At traffic signals continue forward through roundabout on the A322 A322 66.96
0.52 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Bagshot Road - A322 (signposted Reading, Wokingham, Maidenhead) A322 67.48
0.56 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Downshire Way - A322 (signposted Reading, Wokingham, Sandhurst) A322 68.03
0.62 At Twin Bridges roundabout take the 3rd exit onto the A329 (signposted Town Centre, Ascot) A329 68.65
0.20 Turn left onto the A329 (signposted Bracknell Town Centre, Ascot) A329 68.85
0.23 At Skimpedhill Roundabout take the 1st exit onto Skimpedhill Lane - A329 (signposted Ascot) A329 69.08
0.14 At Western Roundabout take the 1st exit onto Wokingham Road - B3408 B3408 69.22
0.07 Arrive at Bracknell,Berkshire B3408 69.29

There you go...simple :D

[Stuart Rider]

Dave & Karl - Superb Instructors, hope you all like pain.

[AuntiePink]

Dave & Karl - Superb Instructors, hope you all like pain.

Are you suggesting we only go for the company? :love: ;)

[RobP]

I'd be happy to do a session - maybe something on striking?

cheers

Rob

[Mike Flanagan]

I'd be happy to do a session - maybe something on striking?



Me too, I have two suggestions for stuff I could do:

1. An introduction to Shorin Ryu Karate (assuming we're looking for a style based session)

or

2. The bic pen as a covert weapon - the pen is mightier than the sword so to speak (this would be a subject rather than style oriented session).

Anyone have any preferences?

Mike

[AuntiePink]

Oooh, the pen!

(Glad you're gonna make it, hun! :D)

[tel]

i can do a session on jkd concepts and or wing chun

[CosmicFish]

2. The bic pen as a covert weapon - the pen is mightier than the sword so to speak (this would be a subject rather than style oriented session).
Mike
Would you get us practising with blunted pens? ;)

But seriously, the bic pen one sounds interesting.

[Mike Flanagan]

Would you get us practising with blunted pens? ;)

But seriously, the bic pen one sounds interesting.

In all seriousness yes, they'd need to be blunt (didn't your mother tell you never to play with a 'live' pen?). I would suitably prepare some in advance.

Mike

[Damien Alexander]

if y'all let a confederated redneck come, I can do a workshop on how to make proper grits-n-biscuits :D

Seriously, I would like come, I'll be commin from hastings way.

[johny]

Will this event like be a seminar or a tea party?

[karatebarbie]

You're doing it again, Mel! How is a girl supposed to choose from all this talent..... :bang:

[robertmap]

Will this event like be a seminar or a tea party?
DAMN but that's a good idea - let's forget about pain and concentrate on CREAM CAKES

YUM :)

YUM :)

YUM :)


All the best.

Robert.

[Melanie]

In all seriousness yes, they'd need to be blunt (didn't your mother tell you never to play with a 'live' pen?). I would suitably prepare some in advance.

Mike

Sounds like the pen is a winner Mike - I have to say it sounds fascinating :)

[Melanie]

if y'all let a confederated redneck come, I can do a workshop on how to make proper grits-n-biscuits :D

Seriously, I would like come, I'll be commin from hastings way.

Bammx2

I am pleased to have you. You bringing friends? ;)

[Melanie]

Will this event like be a seminar or a tea party?

Er....seminar...why?

[johny]

Er....seminar...why?

:D That's what i like to hear.

[Mike Flanagan]

Sounds like the pen is a winner Mike - I have to say it sounds fascinating :)

OK the pen it is then.

Mike

[Damien Alexander]

Bammx2

I am pleased to have you. You bringing friends? ;)


Friends? Damn.

Yes ma'am, I may bring 1 or 2, I reckon ;)
Gotta have somebody carry the grits and biscuit makin stuff!
Actually, I am going to ask this week if anyone wants to go.
All the ones I know don't know about it yet.
I shall keep you posted!

[Melanie]

Hi All I am still looking for instructors. I was wondering if anyone wanted to promote Tae Kwon Do or Kuk Sool Won or Sombo?

[CosmicFish]

Hi All I am still looking for instructors.
Did you take RobP up on his offer (post 120)? IIRC he teaches Systema.

[Randel]

Hey, im Jack.. Nice to meet you all :)

Im pretty interested in coming to your nice event here as its jsut round the corner from me. I was wandering how i can sign up? Also i have little to no experience in most martial arts barr Kickboxiing, does this matter?

Much 'preciated, Randel

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

Hey, im Jack.. Nice to meet you all :)

Im pretty interested in coming to your nice event here as its jsut round the corner from me. I was wandering how i can sign up? Also i have little to no experience in most martial arts barr Kickboxiing, does this matter?

Much 'preciated, Randel
There's not usually anything to sign up to as such, all the complete details will be given nearer the time and you just turn up, unless it is being organised differently this year. :)

[cavallin]

well i do tkd, i can teach too like kicks and patterns and sillabus stuff just a bit scared that people wont take me seriously!!

[Ragnarok2005]

You've got a blackbelt round your waist haven't ya? Why would they not?

[tel]

well i do tkd, i can teach too like kicks and patterns and sillabus stuff just a bit scared that people wont take me seriously!!
give it a go

[Melanie]

Did you take RobP up on his offer (post 120)? IIRC he teaches Systema.

I have taken his offer yes - :)

At the moment I would like instructors to contact me direct where possible :)

[Melanie]

well i do tkd, i can teach too like kicks and patterns and sillabus stuff just a bit scared that people wont take me seriously!!

If your interested in representing your martial art at my event then please contact me! I only require, qualified and insured instructors - which I am sure you are both!

PM me or contact me by email - we'll talk more ;)

[Johnno]

well i do tkd, i can teach too like kicks and patterns and sillabus stuff just a bit scared that people wont take me seriously!!
Why wouldn't we take you seriously? For people who don't do TKD you are just giving is a taste of what it's like, not a full-blown course of instruction. I have no doubt that as a black belt you are extremely well qualified to do this.

Also, I'm sure that everyone coming to the MAP Meet will be not only be open-minded and keen to learn new things, but also very supportive of those who have kindly volunteered to demonstrate their arts.

So I don't think you have any reason to be scared! :)

[Jang Bong]

well i do tkd, i can teach too like kicks and patterns and sillabus stuff just a bit scared that people wont take me seriously!!

This is becoming more tempting for me to come all the time. How the hell am I going to wangle the time/money to get down there - it sounds like it's going to be BRILLIANT! :)

[moononthewater]

Any body from the IMA side of things doing anything???

[Melanie]

Hiya

I have confirmed the following

1. Master Trevor Rant - Hapkido
2. Pat and Lucy O'Malley - FMA
3. Chris Davis - Ba Gua
4. Robert Agar Hutton- Pressurepoints
5. Dave Turton - RBSD
6. Mike Flanagan - Bic Pen A Covert Weapon

All confirmed

I have spoken to Julio Alves - Capoeira and he stated yesterday that he would look to see if he could attend this year!

I have made in-roads into BJJ, Sambo, TKD and I think Ninjitsu wants a look in too but no one has approached me directly with any of these to date :)

What did you want to see?

[Roual]

I'm not sure what the interest of MMA was, but I'm fairly sure I noticed Levo volunteer his services again, or we could probably rope Sonshu into doing a bit of MMA stuff if anyones interested.

[Sonshu]

I'm not sure what the interest of MMA was, but I'm fairly sure I noticed Levo volunteer his services again, or we could probably rope Sonshu into doing a bit of MMA stuff if anyones interested.

I am rock and hard place here - If Dave Turton is doing the RBSD Stuff and Levo is doing the grappling side then there is little need for me mate.

Both Levo and Dave T are top dollar!

[Mike Flanagan]

I'm not sure what the interest of MMA was, but I'm fairly sure I noticed Levo volunteer his services again, or we could probably rope Sonshu into doing a bit of MMA stuff if anyones interested.

I'm certainly interested. Unfortunately I couldn't go mad last year as I had a gammy ankle, but I'd have really liked to roll around on the floor with those sweaty MMA guys in their leotards.

Mike

[Roual]

I am rock and hard place here - If Dave Turton is doing the RBSD Stuff and Levo is doing the grappling side then there is little need for me mate.

Both Levo and Dave T are top dollar!

Tis true, I hadn't noticed that Dave T for RBSD had been confirmed.


I'd have really liked to roll around on the floor with those sweaty MMA guys in their leotards.


Leotards? I'm afraid you are mis-informed, my friend. It tends to be very tight shorts for us sweaty MMA types ;)

So far, it's all looking good. Melanie, how many are you hoping to get before calling it a day, or are you going to keep accepting all offers?

[Melanie]

Leotards? I'm afraid you are mis-informed, my friend. It tends to be very tight shorts for us sweaty MMA types ;)

So far, it's all looking good. Melanie, how many are you hoping to get before calling it a day, or are you going to keep accepting all offers?

I am pretty much accepting all offers - as long as they are NOT a reapeat of last year. Its only my second event - I shouldn't need to just yet! There are sooo many arts...all I need is offers of something different!

List of MA around the world! (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_martial_arts)

[neb]

I'd love to go down and see/teach some JKD ranging from Jun Fan traditional (yet non-classical ;) ) to concepts.

Although allready forsee a problem with this regarding my age - simply because I do not hold the teaching qualifications to contribute or run a work shop.

And If I did have such qualifications, would you really take anybody seriously at such an age, my reccomendation is not to :D

Despite this, I am considering getting my butt down there - however am concerned with whether this event is all about the martial arts or just sizing up members from MAP in the flesh.

If such is the case, many enemies await me. :woo:

[Melanie]

I'd love to go down and see/teach some JKD ranging from Jun Fan traditional (yet non-classical ;) ) to concepts.

Although allready forsee a problem with this regarding my age - simply because I do not hold the teaching qualifications to contribute or run a work shop.

And If I did have such qualifications, would you really take anybody seriously at such an age, my reccomendation is not to :D

Despite this, I am considering getting my butt down there - however am concerned with whether this event is all about the martial arts or just sizing up members from MAP in the flesh.

If such is the case, many enemies await me. :woo:

You are right to a point - I am looking for qualified and insured instructors. Its to protect you and the attendees and quite frankly to protect your own martial art too. I want to make sure that the most suitable people are attending to represent their arts. There will be people who may never have seen this art attending and its best to leave them with a good impression! But age - that has nothing to do with it. Its only if you don't take yourself seriously that its a problem!

This event is all about charity/martial arts/opening minds. How many times do we see on this forum that people have never heard of or seen certain martial arts? How many times do we hear people who reckon they have trained in an art for many years without being challenged and feel their art is the only art out there? This is not about competition, this event is about seeing what else is out there, what we can learn from other arts and each other. Sure its also about meeting people you have spoken to on the forums for the last few years too - but thats just being sociable :D

I hope you can make the event :)

[robertmap]

But age - that has nothing to do with it. Its only if you don't take yourself seriously that its a problem!

Should I pull out then Mel - I've NEVER taken anything seriously ESPECIALLY myself <ROTFLMAO> :) :) :)

Love Ya All.

Robert.

[neb]

Kind words Mel, still though I may be of the right attitude and skill to teach (if just the basics) I do not hold any form of insurance or certification that permits me to run a work shop.

Frankly I wouldn't want to. Probably get my ass kicked :D

But it would be cool to be able to demonstrate my ideas on the martial arts in return for others. You know, on a more informal basis. Without a big sign hanging overhead saying 'NEB'S ULTIMATE JKD!'

Again because if someone gets hurt, I'm screwed. And also my enemies will be able to identify me :eek:

[MentalFabric]

even though this is my 3rd post i'm really interested in attending already, I've wanted to check out capoeira for ages now if you manage to get any, and even though i do bujinkan ninjutsu a couple of times a week i wouldn't mind doing it there as i'm probably not going to make the liverpool thing (too far away). I wouldn't mind checking out one of the other x-can's teaching if (as is likely) all the bujinkan instructors are busy, always wondered how different it is </heresy>
but i'll probably attend even without those two, sounds like a great opportunity!

[neb]

I'm also interested in more grappling, as it's a very weak aspect of my method.

In truth, I am confident in my chances against an efficient grappler, simply because of how well I've faired up to this point.

Having said that, I am not an idiot, and cannot rely on strikes and sheer luck when someone who really knows what they're doing steps in one day and takes me to the ground.

scary :eek:

[Melanie]

I am pleased to confirm a further insructor. Stuart Anslow will be there to demo Tae Kwon Do :D

[Melanie]

I can also confirm that Anthony Bailey will be attending to instruct Ju Jitsu.

[Moosey]

I am pleased to confirm a further insructor. Stuart Anslow will be there to demo Tae Kwon Do - sorry for deleting your size tags!

By "demo" do you mean he'll be doing a display, or will he actually teach us a class?

"-0-"

[Melanie]

Sorry - teaching :D

I am just trying to vary wording...gets a bit boring otherwise...

[Melanie]

ksn_matt has kindly agreed to DEMO and TEACH Kuk Sool Won ;)

[Melanie]

Alan Cain has agreed to do Sombo :)

[tel]

i'll like to see someone teaching thai boxing. i do a bit but like to see it in more depth

[robertmap]

Hi All,

I'm really getting excited now - I know Alan and Stuart and they are both great instructors and I'm certainly interested in seeing both Anthony Bailey and ksn_matt as I have only seen Kuk Sool Won at SENI and sadly the impression I got from watching a short demo was COOL UNIFORM - I'm looking forward to having the time to see their art.

Big CONGRATS to Mel for all her work in pulling this together.

All the best.

Robert.

[Melanie]

i'll like to see someone teaching thai boxing. i do a bit but like to see it in more depth


HMmm - I like the sound of that - I have had no offers so far and who ever did it - I expect they would need to bring loads of pads to hit. Lets see what comes up still have a couple of instructors left to find :D

[Another Muay Thai Guy]

Crikey they're flooding in now aren't they, this is great! :cool:

[Melanie]

Julio Cesar Alves is putting in a repeat performance on demand for Capoeira so DEMO and CLASS confirmed!

[linnetsmith]

How are we ment to fit all these martial arts into one day??

[robertmap]

Hi All,

Yippee Capoeira again - WATCH OUT for me - I'll be the old fat guy doing enthusiastic but totally rubbish cartwheels...

Actually I think I may get a little practice in before the meet so they will not (hopefully) be TOTALLY rubbish...

All the best.

Robert.

[AuntiePink]

LOL! Good job we didn't plan to do tai chi in the lunch break eh, Robert? ;)

Linnetsmith, if you think fitting in all the MA's is hard just wait till you factor in meeting people between sessions too! :eek:

[Melanie]

Hello again :)

I have all but one instructor sorted now :) I am waiting to hear from a Ninjitsu instructor - so that should be it. I am aiming to have 12 instructors this year.

1. Master Trevor Rant - Hapkido
2. Pat O'Malley and Lucy O'Malley - Filipino Martial Arts
3. Chris Davis - Ba Gua and knife work
4. Robert Agar Hutton - Pressurepoints
5. Dave Turton and Karl Blackwell - Opponent Shutdowns and domination
6. Mike Flanagan - 100 uses for a Bic Pen
7. Stuart Anslow - Tae Kwon Do
8. Anthony Bailey - Ju Jitsu
9. Matt Boniwell - DEMO and TEACH - Kuk Sool Won
10. Alan Cain - Sombo
11. Julio Cesar Alves - DEMO and TEACH - Capoeira
12. Ninjitsu (hopefully!)

These Instructors are also appearing at SENI 2006 :)

The Charity by the way is The British Heart Foundation this year. I am arranging this with Heather Hunt the regional rep for BHF who can be reached on 01372 388430. If you would like to confirm this please do not hesitate to contact her.

Please remember the line up MAY change - things come up at times so I will keep up-to-date any changes that may occur where possible.

Clothing for the event - you can wear what your normally wear for training in most parts - comfortable jogging bottoms and old T shirt should suffice.

Equipment - Bic Pens need to be confirmed as yet with Mike Flanagan?? Sticks for FMA, some will be brought by Lucy and Pat. The Kuk Sool Won will also be doing some weapons as will Bagua - these will be confirmed as well :)

Parking - is free outside the Hall

Food and Drink - There is a Cafe at the Leisure Centre, hot and cold food and drinks provided. You are more than welcome to bring your own food as well. Saves missing any of the Demos as these will be happing during breaks! ;)

Changing Rooms - The Leisure Centre also has lockers, changing rooms and showers

Spectators are more than welcome to attend and will be charged a nominal fee. If you wish to take part later - you will be asked to pay the difference for the full fee.

Entry Fees

ALL ATTENDEES TAKING PART: £15.00

Spectators £3.00

Please note that ALL proceeds are going to The British Heart Foundation. All costs incurred including hire of the hall, insurance, promotion, printing and postage are being covered by "others". This will be the last year this is done...next years event will have to come out of takings...or sponsorship of course :)

Disclaimer: Please note the Organiser (Melanie) reserves the right to refuse entry. This event entails strenuous exercise, it is assumed that all participants are fit to take part and are covered by the appropriate Insurance. Changes to sessions or timings may occur.

[Mike Flanagan]

I shall bring some suitably prepared bic pens. They'll be de-nibbed so that you don't all end up accidentally writing on each others swanky silk uniforms (ink's a bugger to get out). They'll also have a bit of padding so that you can work with them for a 45 minute session without actually wanting to stop and cry.

Mike

[Moosey]

Clothing for the event - you can wear what your normally wear for training in most parts - comfortable jogging bottoms and old T shirt should suffice.

Is it better that we wear joggers/t-shirt than a gi or other "style-specific" suit?

[Melanie]

It shouldn't make a difference to be honest moosey - I am not sure but I can't think where a Gi maybe necessary unless Tony Bailey says he would prefer people using it - I'll try and find out when I speak to the instructors :)

[Genghis]

For what it's worth, I've been to quite a lot of the Planetjitsu (multi-style / Jiu Jitsu based) seminars, plus a few other multi-style events. It's been found for all of those that the best thing to do is wear whatever you train in normally, including (especially!) your normal/highest belt.

I missed that one, but apparently there was one seminar where it was decided that everybody would wear white belts - the result was that nobody knew how to treat everybody else and apparently it was fairly disastrous.

Even if you don't know exactly what a particular coloured belt means, generally we all know that dark=good, white=maybe not, plus if somebody's wearing white pyjamas a TKD fellow usually knows not to kick them too fast, whilst if they've got "Fred's Korean Academy" plastered over their back in gold leaf the rest of us know that throwing them hard would probably cause offence.

G

(Hopefully coming).

(Club Sensei, Marlow Kempo Club)

[Mike Flanagan]

Even if you don't know exactly what a particular coloured belt means, generally we all know that dark=good, white=maybe not, plus if somebody's wearing white pyjamas a TKD fellow usually knows not to kick them too fast, whilst if they've got "Fred's Korean Academy" plastered over their back in gold leaf the rest of us know that throwing them hard would probably cause offence.


An excellent analysis. I couldn't agree more, just wear what you usually wear to train in.

Personally I'll be wearing white pyjama trousers (so nobody kicks me very fast) and a silk multicoloured jacket with the Korean flag on the back (so nobody tries to throw me) and those natty tai chi toggles down the front (so nobody tries to attack me at all unless its in slow motion), topped off with the usual pink tutu, make-up and matching accessories - so everyone keeps a rather respectful distance, except Robert of course, who'll still try to kiss me anyway.

Mike

[AuntiePink]

Now I know where I left my tutu! ;)

ROFL!

I'll be in joggers and a v-neck as usual. Pink, obv...

[Johnno]

I shall of course be naked as usual.

But in case the training hall is particularly chilly then I may bring along a thong.

[Jang Bong]

I shall of course be naked as usual.

But in case the training hall is particularly chilly then I may bring along a thong.

I think I might speak for the majority when I say that your name says it all:
JohnNO!
:D

[robertmap]

so everyone keeps a rather respectful distance, except Robert of course, who'll still try to kiss me anyway.

As if I would.... Oh wait a minute - yes I probably will...

What can I say - I win more fights by threatening to kiss my attacker than my threatening to hit them :) :) :)

All the best.

Robert.

[Johnno]

I think I might speak for the majority when I say that your name says it all:
JohnNO!
:DOkay, okay... if that's how you all feel, then I'll leave the thong at home.

Happy now?

[Melanie]

As Johnno has made the mistake of admitting that he lives in Maidenhead he has now volunteered to help put out the mats for the event and return them, help move tables to and fro and generally be useful. Thanks Johnno...oh wait I haven't asked yet have I :D

Nice to see you are soooooooooo local - I wonder if you go to the same gym as me? :D Might be easier to PM if you want Johnno :)

[Jang Bong]

Happy now?

Thing, thing, thing a little thong with me....

With a thong in my heart....

Just a thong at twilight...

:D :D :D :D :D


[I know the kids won't get it - who cares? ;) :D ]

[Kilkeel Gary]

Hello Melanie

How are you doing? Just newish to this forum and seen the MAP met planned for July. I was wondering what exactly was the format for the day and if anyone from Ireland was ever at the event. This forum seems level headed enough, so any meet should be a friendly one. Let me know what goes on if you can.

Cheerio, Gary

www.hungfayiireland.com

[Johnno]

As Johnno has made the mistake of admitting that he lives in Maidenhead he has now volunteered to help put out the mats for the event and return them, help move tables to and fro and generally be useful. Thanks Johnno...oh wait I haven't asked yet have I :D

Nice to see you are soooooooooo local - I wonder if you go to the same gym as me? :D Might be easier to PM if you want Johnno :)Melanie,

Can I get a banner added to my profile? Like you have 'Topic Moderator', I'd like one saying something like: 'Official Map Furniture Mover'. ;)

I will of course be happy to help. I've PM'd you.

:)

[Melanie]

Hello Melanie

How are you doing? Just newish to this forum and seen the MAP met planned for July. I was wondering what exactly was the format for the day and if anyone from Ireland was ever at the event. This forum seems level headed enough, so any meet should be a friendly one. Let me know what goes on if you can.

Cheerio, Gary

www.hungfayiireland.com

Its a meet to try out new styles of MA - 3 mats will be running at once with different MA and all entry fees go to charity. There will be two demos to - Kuk Sool Won and Capoeira.

Please come along - be happy to have you :)

[cavallin]

woohoo capoeira!! i seriously CAN'T WAIT to try that!! i really hope i can come to this !!!

[Ragnarok2005]

A guy on this forum, who I'll leave nameless, I've discussed with about him teaching Muay Thai if he decides he's interested in coming. Is there space for more teachers Mel?

And I'm just wearing black vest, black trousers, black gloves. Simple, eh? :D

[Kilkeel Gary]

Hello Melanie

Thanks very much for your reply. I'll send a mail to you in a few days and see if it is o.k for a few of us to come over. Thanks again.

Cheerio, Gary

www.hungfayiireland.com

[AuntiePink]

And I'm just wearing black vest, black trousers, black gloves. Simple, eh? :D

Oooh, will you be carrying a box of Milk Tray too? ;)

[Johnno]

Oooh, will you be carrying a box of Milk Tray too? ;) :D :D :D

[Jang Bong]

Oooh, will you be carrying a box of Milk Tray too? ;)

:D Sorry pet - but you've just given your age away (even if you didn't have it in your profile ;) ) :D

I've said nothing about coming down, because there are far too many things that are likely to stop me - but I would :love: love :love: to be there, you sound like a FUN crowd to be around.

If everyone says a little prayer for my working life, home life, and financial situation (to name but 3 problems), we will see what can be done.

[AuntiePink]

:D Sorry pet - but you've just given your age away (even if you didn't have it in your profile ;) ) :D

Whatever do you mean? I was told about that ad by my... err... grandmother! ;)


If everyone says a little prayer for my working life, home life, and financial situation (to name but 3 problems), we will see what can be done.

*falls to knees* :D

[Ragnarok2005]

Was gonna say... Us young people have no idea what you're talking about Auntie. :)

[Johnno]

:D Sorry pet - but you've just given your age away (even if you didn't have it in your profile ;) ) :D

I've said nothing about coming down, because there are far too many things that are likely to stop me - but I would :love: love :love: to be there, you sound like a FUN crowd to be around.

If everyone says a little prayer for my working life, home life, and financial situation (to name but 3 problems), we will see what can be done.
Hope you can make it down Jang Bong! I don't want to be the only old fogey there! :cry:

[GojuKJoe]

Just a couple of questions.

How long will each seminar be going on?

And will there be a general grappling/jiujitsu mat? i.e. with techniques added that aren't in sambo

[Melanie]

Hiya

Each session is 45 minutes (but they will naturally over run :) )

There is a JuJitsu class running with Tony Bailey and the last session of the day is yet to be organised :D I won't tell you any more :p

[GojuKJoe]

hehe, ok, so how long will the entire thing last do you think?

[Melanie]

Hi

The day starts at 11am and finishes at 5pm - so plenty of time to see each other :)

[iHeretic]

Hi Melanie,

I'd very much like to attend and found the post somewhere back there stating the details of the day and all that. You mention insurance... what sort of insurance will I need to train on the day? Also, do sessions need to be booked or do we just turn up at whatever takes our fancy?

I don't know whether this is relevant to the subject of insurance (for the Aikido meet, Dave's still out on how this might affect insurance) but I'm a wheelchair user (though you probably know that as the mod of the DMA forum). It's only fair to put that up front, though!

/ben/

[Melanie]

Hi Melanie,

I'd very much like to attend and found the post somewhere back there stating the details of the day and all that. You mention insurance... what sort of insurance will I need to train on the day? Also, do sessions need to be booked or do we just turn up at whatever takes our fancy?

I don't know whether this is relevant to the subject of insurance (for the Aikido meet, Dave's still out on how this might affect insurance) but I'm a wheelchair user (though you probably know that as the mod of the DMA forum). It's only fair to put that up front, though!

/ben/

Hey there :)

The insurance I mentioned is the insurance that you should hold as a member of your class/organisation - have a read of your certificate or speak to your instructor for clarification.

As a wheelchair user...hmmmm

There are some things that you will not be able to do naturally but I shall have to speak to the instructors to see what they say. I hope you don't mind waiting to hear? I will contact you personally so not on the thread ok? It maybe a little while but I promise I won't forget :)

[robertmap]

Hi,
I'm a wheelchair user (though you probably know that as the mod of the DMA forum). It's only fair to put that up front, though!
/ben/

For my pressure points with redundancy seminar, you are most welcome to attend - I expect that you know enough about yourself from a medical point of view to know what you are allowed (or not allowed) to do and equally know what you will allow (or not allow) others to do to you :)

One of the techniques I am going to teach (probably) is an ankle strike... Now you can't do that TO someone in a wheelchair, but if your wheelchair has those 'lovely metal foot rests' then you can certainly do it to someone else - though it will need to be done gently otherwise it will be a wheelchair users recruitment drive :) :) :)

Looking forward to seeing you.

All the best.

Robert.

[iHeretic]

Excellent... pressure points was one of the ones I had hoped to attend :D

No worries, Melanie, no rush :)

/b/

[Jesh]

One of my best friends and trainingbuddy is thinking about coming along for the trip too...

Mel, do you already have info on the entrance fee ???

[Mike Flanagan]

For my pressure points with redundancy seminar, you are most welcome to attend

Likewise, its not an issue to me either. The openings of the techniques I'll demonstrate will I think be just the same for you as for everyone else. I'll have a think about techniques that may be more useful for you to follow up with.

Mike

[Jesh]

Never mind, I already found it.

:D

[robertmap]

Hi Mike (and All),

Likewise, its not an issue to me either. The openings of the techniques I'll demonstrate will I think be just the same for you as for everyone else. I'll have a think about techniques that may be more useful for you to follow up with.
Mike
Yeah Mike it's important that you come up with the 'write' techniques... <GROAN>...

I felt that someone should start making bad 'biro/writing' puns - and who better than me :)

All the best.

Robert.

[Melanie]

My final instructor is Keith LeBhan and just to throw a spanner in the works - he's not doing Ninjitsu! He will be telling/showing you all about the 90% Rule :D

You wanted summat different... ;)

[Johnno]

Melanie,

Do we need to bring any protective gear?

The reason I ask is that I've only got a box and a gumshield, as our club provides stuff like headguards and chest protectors for sparring.

[Melanie]

There shouldn't be any sparring per se - the classes have to suit complete beginners so they shouldn't be necessary.

Saying this though - there are classes (well I know definately one has) that will have restrictions (age) - I will iron these out with the instructors over the next few weeks and make it clear what they are.

[AuntiePink]

Age restrictions?!

If it turns out that I'm too old for a session I shall thcweam and thcweam and thcweam until I'm thick! ;)

[Johnno]

Age restrictions?!

If it turns out that I'm too old for a session I shall thcweam and thcweam and thcweam until I'm thick! ;)Ethcweama? :confused: :D

[saru1968]

Who is Keith LeBhan ?

[AuntiePink]

Ethcweama? :confused: :D

Only with thwabewwies, now thod off ;)



Aaaaand 3,2,1 *click* we're back on topic...

Who else is definitely coming (other than the instructors, I mean!)

[robertmap]

Age restrictions?!

If it turns out that I'm too old for a session I shall thcweam and thcweam and thcweam until I'm thick! ;)

Me tooooooooo

Mind you if they are going on MENTAL AGE then I'm too young to be out on my own anyway....

:) :) :)

All the best.

Robert.

[Johnno]

Only with thwabewwies, now thod off ;)Strawberries and Escrima? :confused:

Aaaaand 3,2,1 *click* we're back on topic...Not for long... hehehe..... :yeleyes:

[Sonshu]

Who is Keith LeBhan ?

A very nice Ninjutsu 5th Dan along with others in Judo and Aikido (if I remember correctly).

Very nice guy who used to (not sure if he still is) one of Peter Kings group.

[saru1968]

A very nice Ninjutsu 5th Dan along with others in Judo and Aikido (if I remember correctly).

Very nice guy who used to (not sure if he still is) one of Peter Kings group.


cool, i might just pop along then.

:-)

[robertmap]

Hi 'Saru1968' (and All),
Who is Keith LeBhan ?
ANSWER:
One of the nicest and most experienced martial artists you are ever likely to meet.

He has trained with more people in more arts than even a cross-training addict like me has :)

He is knowledgeable, talented, witty, and not the least bit pretentious.

He is qualified in a wide variety of styles but most times when you see him at seminars and stuff - he's just the guy who trains hard then says thanks and leaves quietly.

He is also a good mate of mine - indeed it's getting like old homecoming week - with Keith, Alan and Mike teaching and other mate's like Craig attending - no doubt so they can harass and tease poor old little me :)

Mind you - Don't be impressed by what any of the instructors know - be impressed by what you can take away from the day :) :) :)

All the best.

Robert.

[Lord Spooky]

cool, i might just pop along then.

:-)


I'm tempted too but isn't the Buyu Camp running on the same day?

[GojuKJoe]

Would there be any opportunities for some friendly sparring and grappling at all?

[Sonshu]

Rolling I should think will be on striking sparring I am not so sure as its the old insurance issue.

[Melanie]

Just to let you know (in case you didn't!) I am now away on holiday for a couple of weeks and can answer any queries you may have on my return!

Re the grappling - I am over the next few weeks going to get some idea of wht the instructors are going to teach and what recommendations they have for the class - i.e. age, clothing, weapons, etc. All of this information will be put on the poster that is going to be designed and hopefully hosted on here for you to print out :)

I haven't forgotten! Its just a bit early is all :)

Catch you all when I get back from the States!

[Sam]

Looking good mel all the effort you're putting in is paying off and it's really appreciated.

I'll be there as long as I can find a tourist guide which includes a paint by numbers, pop up map and a compass, I may also pack a survival kit as I'm crap at direction's :D.

Looking forward to it.

[karate princess]

oh my god that is so typical. theres a meet about an hour away from me in the car and im on holiday! *sob*

[Joseki]

Its been ages since i've contacted my old mates time i came along for a change see you there

Dave

[Melanie]

Hiya Dave :)

Be lovely to have you there :) Bring a class or two :) (Thats class not glass Dave ;) )

[Joseki]

Hiya Dave :)

Be lovely to have you there :) Bring a class or two :) (Thats class not glass Dave ;) )

hahaha yea i see if i can get my lads down be fun : )

[Ragnarok2005]

To anyone who knows Bracknell, what is there to do there? Only this meet is a few days after my 18th birthday, so we want to make a day of it to celebrate really.

[Joseki]

Lots mate there is a centre if you want to see a film or do tenpin bowling

Ice skating lots of bits and bobs :)

[Jang Bong]

A bunch of Martial Artists going 10-pin bowling - that could be interesting :D

[Ragnarok2005]

Haha. Well feel free to come along. I'm sure there'll be cake too. :D

[Johnno]

To anyone who knows Bracknell, what is there to do there? Only this meet is a few days after my 18th birthday, so we want to make a day of it to celebrate really.Well since it's your 18th birthday we'll have to take you to the pub and get you bladdered! :D

[Ragnarok2005]

I think my Dad's planning to do that anyway! Problem being, the people I'm planning to spend the day with my parents, my little brother, my 16 year old friend who won't be able to get drunk [But who will definetly annihilate everyone at sparring!], and Xue Fang, who I'd rather not get on the wrong side of because she'd hit me. :D

.....Maybe just a few.

[Joseki]

Hey I see your from Andover (not many miles away from were i used to live)

What Martial art do you do?????

I used to live in Salisbury

useless info but hey i'm getting old : )

[Ragnarok2005]

Hey cool. My Ex lives in Salisbury.

I do Ohdokwan Taekwon-Do. When did ya move outta the area?

[Melanie]

Could you perhaps chatter by PM folks - this is for the Meet only :D

[Alienfish360]

I'm thinking of coming down for this one, what's the best way to get into Bracknell from Heathrow?

[cavallin]

ice skating? yay! ahem..MAp meet, yes. Mel, are we allowed to bring people that aren't from Map? i think my boyfriend wouldn't mind coming.

[Melanie]

I'm thinking of coming down for this one, what's the best way to get into Bracknell from Heathrow?

I have looked into it. It will take either an hour and a half by bus/train or just under £40 by taxi! Yikes! Sheesh what a mess :(

[Melanie]

ice skating? yay! ahem..MAp meet, yes. Mel, are we allowed to bring people that aren't from Map? i think my boyfriend wouldn't mind coming.

All are welcome...come into the light my children...all are welcome :D

Yeah I mean that this time there is no members or non-members fees - more the merrier. Bring your club along :)

[CosmicFish]

I'm thinking of coming down for this one, what's the best way to get into Bracknell from Heathrow?
Check out page 4 of this thread:

http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44474&page=4&pp=15

It was discussed how to get there from London. Mind you, it's so far back you probably didn't read it. :)

Melanie - an hour and a half by train is no big deal really. Maybe a few of us in and around London could arrange to meet up at Paddington and travel up together . . .

[Gary]

Check out page 4 of this thread:

http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=44474&page=4&pp=15

It was discussed how to get there from London. Mind you, it's so far back you probably didn't read it. :)

Melanie - an hour and a half by train is no big deal really. Maybe a few of us in and around London could arrange to meet up at Paddington and travel up together . . .
That's a good idea, especially since I'll probably be coming from London for this anyway.

Then again I did get my bag searched by the police last time I was in Paddington station :(

[Alienfish360]

I'm most likely going to be flying into Heathrow airport

[CosmicFish]

Coma - it was probably a one-off. I go through Central London all the time and I've never been searched. Was it around the time of the bombings or 9/11?

Alien - Sorry, I should have made it clearer - the best way to get to Bracknell from Heathrow is probably to go into Central London on the tube then back out again.

[Gary]

Coma - it was probably a one-off. I go through Central London all the time and I've never been searched. Was it around the time of the bombings or 9/11?
I've been through the major stations a few times, and that was the only time, I'm not really worried about it :)

[Alienfish360]

Good job you don't like wearing girls underwear, when they search you ;)